Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.

Game-winning play in the extra period

Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.

Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.

Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.

While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.

With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.

Action Highlights

Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.

The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.

Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.

In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.

Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.

Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.

Notable Performances

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
  • The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
  • Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this game.
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